Samsung SM-G5700 User Guide

User Manual

SM-G5700

English (HK). 12/2017. Rev.1.0

www.samsung.com/hk

Table of Contents

Basics

4 Read me first

5 Device overheating situations and

solutions

8 Package contents

9 Device layout

11 Battery

14 SIM or USIM card (nano-SIM card)

18 Memory card (microSD card)

20 Turning the device on and off

21 Understanding the screen

30 Notification panel

32 Entering text

34 Screen capture

35 Opening apps

36 Samsung account

37 Transferring data from your previous

device

40 Device and data management

43 Sharing features

Applications

45 Installing or uninstalling apps

47 Phone

50 Contacts

55 Messages

57 Internet

59 Email

60 Camera

70 Gallery

75 Multi window

78 Samsung Notes

79 Calendar

80 S Health

83 Voice Recorder

84 My Files

84 Clock

86 Calculator

86 Radio

88 Google apps

44 Emergency mode

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Table of Contents

Settings

90 Introduction

90 Connections

98 Sounds and vibration

99 Notifications

99 Display

100 Wallpapers and themes

101 Advanced features

103 Device maintenance

105 Apps

105 Lock screen and security

109 Cloud and accounts

111 Google

111 Accessibility

112 General management

113 Software update

113 User manual

113 About phone

Appendix

114 Troubleshooting

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Basics

Read me first

Please read this manual before using the device to ensure safe and proper use.

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Descriptions are based on the device’s default settings.

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Some content may differ from your device depending on the region, service provider,
model specifications, or device’s software.

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Content (high quality content) that requires high CPU and RAM usage will affect the
overall performance of the device. Apps related to the content may not work properly
depending on the device’s specifications and the environment that it is used in.

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Samsung is not liable for performance issues caused by apps supplied by providers other
than Samsung.

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Samsung is not liable for performance issues or incompatibilities caused by edited
registry settings or modified operating system software. Attempting to customise the
operating system may cause the device or apps to work improperly.

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Software, sound sources, wallpapers, images, and other media provided with this device
are licensed for limited use. Extracting and using these materials for commercial or other
purposes is an infringement of copyright laws. Users are entirely responsible for illegal
use of media.

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You may incur additional charges for data services, such as messaging, uploading and
downloading, auto-syncing, or using location services depending on your data plan. For
large data transfers, it is recommended to use the Wi-Fi feature.

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Default apps that come with the device are subject to updates and may no longer be
supported without prior notice. If you have questions about an app provided with
the device, contact a Samsung Service Centre. For user-installed apps, contact service
providers.

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Modifying the device’s operating system or installing softwares from unofficial sources
may result in device malfunctions and data corruption or loss. These actions are violations
of your Samsung licence agreement and will void your warranty.

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Depending on the region or model, some devices are required to receive approval from
the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). If your device is approved by the FCC,
you can view the FCC ID of the device. To view the FCC ID, launch the

About phone

tap

→

Battery information

.

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Settings

app and

Basics

Instructional icons

Warning: situations that could cause injury to yourself or others

Caution: situations that could cause damage to your device or other equipment

Notice: notes, usage tips, or additional information

Device overheating situations and solutions

When the device heats up while charging the battery

While charging, the device and the charger may become hot. During wireless charging or fast
charging, the device may feel hotter to the touch. This does not affect the device’s lifespan or
performance and is in the device’s normal range of operation. If the battery becomes too hot,
the charger may stop charging.

Do the following when the device heats up:

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Disconnect the charger from the device and close any running apps. Wait for the
device to cool down and then begin charging the device again.

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If the lower part of the device overheats, it could be because the connected USB
cable is damaged. Replace the damaged USB cable with a new Samsung-approved
one.

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When using a wireless charger, do not place foreign materials, such as metal objects,
magnets, and magnetic stripe cards, between the device and the wireless charger.

The wireless charging or fast charging feature is only available on supported models.

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When the device heats up during use

When you use features or apps that require more power or use them for extended periods,
your device may temporarily heat up due to increased battery consumption. Close any
running apps and do not use the device for a while.

The following are examples of situations in which the device may overheat. Depending on
the functions and apps you use, these examples may not apply to your model.

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During the initial setup after purchase or when restoring data

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When downloading large files

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When using apps that require more power or using apps for extended periods

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When playing high-quality games for extended periods

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When recording videos for extended periods

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When streaming videos while using the maximum brightness setting

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When connecting to a TV

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While multitasking (or, when running many apps in the background)

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When using Multi window

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When updating or installing apps while recording videos

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When downloading large files during a video call

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When recording videos while using a navigation app

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When using large amount of data for syncing with the cloud, email, or other accounts

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When using a navigation app in a car while the device is placed in direct sunlight

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When using the mobile hotspot and tethering feature

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When using the device in areas with weak signals or no reception

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When charging the battery with a damaged USB cable

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When the device’s multipurpose jack is damaged or exposed to foreign materials, such as
liquid, dust, metal powder, and pencil lead

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When you are roaming

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Do the following when the device heats up:

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Keep the device updated with the latest software.

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Conflicts between running apps may cause the device to heat up. Restart the device.

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Deactivate the Wi-Fi, GPS, and Bluetooth features when not using them.

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Close apps that increase battery consumption or that run in the background when
not in use.

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Delete unnecessary files or unused apps.

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Decrease the screen brightness.

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If the device overheats or feels hot for a prolonged period, do not use it for a while. If
the device continues to overheat, contact a Samsung Service Centre.

Device limitations when the device overheats

When the device heats up, the features and performance may be limited or the device may
turn off to cool down. The feature is only available on supported models.

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If the device becomes hotter than usual, a device overheating message will appear. To
lower the device’s temperature, the screen brightness and the performance speed will be
limited and battery charging will stop. Running apps will be closed and you will only be
able to make emergency calls until the device cools down.

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If the device overheats or feels hot for a prolonged period, a power off message will
appear. Turn off the device, and wait until it cools down.

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Precautions for operating environment

Your device may heat up due to the environment in the following conditions. Use caution to
avoid shortening the battery’s lifespan, damaging the device, or causing a fire.

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Do not store your device in very cold or very hot temperatures.

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Do not expose your device to direct sunlight for extended periods.

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Do not use or store your device for extended periods in very hot areas, such as inside a
car in the summertime.

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Do not place the device in any areas that may overheat, such as on an electric heating
mat.

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Do not store your device near or in heaters, microwaves, hot cooking equipment, or high
pressure containers.

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Never use a damaged charger or battery.

Package contents

Check the product box for the following items:

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Device

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Quick start guide

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The items supplied with the device and any available accessories may vary
depending on the region or service provider.

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The supplied items are designed only for this device and may not be compatible
with other devices.

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Appearances and specifications are subject to change without prior notice.

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You can purchase additional accessories from your local Samsung retailer. Make
sure they are compatible with the device before purchase.

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Use only Samsung-approved accessories. Using unapproved accessories may cause
the performance problems and malfunctions that are not covered by the warranty.

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Availability of all accessories is subject to change depending entirely on
manufacturing companies. For more information about available accessories, refer
to the Samsung website.

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Proximity sensor

Front camera

Device layout

LED indicator

Speaker

Touchscreen

Recents key

Microphone

Multipurpose jack

Speaker

Power key

Home key (Fingerprint
recognition sensor)

Back key

Earphone jack

GPS antenna

Rear camera

Flash

Volume key

SIM card tray

SIM card / Memory card
tray

Main antenna

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Connectivity problems and battery drain may occur in the following situations:

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If you attach metallic stickers on the antenna area of the device

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If you attach a device cover made with metallic material to the device

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If you cover the device’s antenna area with your hands or other objects while
using certain features, such as calls or the mobile data connection

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Using a Samsung-approved screen protector is recommended. Unapproved screen
protectors may cause the sensors to malfunction.

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Do not cover the proximity sensor area with screen accessories, such as a screen
protector or stickers. Doing so may cause the sensor to malfunction.

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Do not allow water to contact the touchscreen. The touchscreen may malfunction
in humid conditions or when exposed to water.

Keys

Key Function

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Press and hold to turn the device on or off.

Power

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Press to turn on or lock the screen.

Recents

Home

Back

Volume

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Tap to open the list of recent apps.

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Press to turn on the screen while the screen is locked.

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Press to return to the Home screen.

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Press and hold to launch

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Tap to return to the previous screen.

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Tap and hold to access additional options for the current
screen.

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Press to adjust the device volume.

Google

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Battery

Charging the battery

Charge the battery before using it for the first time or when it has been unused for extended
periods.

Use only Samsung-approved chargers, batteries, and cables. Unapproved chargers or
cables can cause the battery to explode or damage the device.

Connecting the charger improperly may cause serious damage to the device. Any
damage caused by misuse is not covered by the warranty.

To save energy, unplug the charger when not in use. The charger does not have a
power switch, so you must unplug the charger from the electric socket when not in
use to avoid wasting power. The charger should remain close to the electric socket
and easily accessible while charging.

Connect the USB cable to the USB power adaptor, and plug the USB cable into the

1

device’s multipurpose jack.

Plug the USB power adaptor into an electric socket.

2

After fully charging, disconnect the device from the charger. First unplug the charger

3

from the device, and then unplug it from the electric socket.

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Viewing the estimated charging time

While charging, launch the

The actual charging time may vary depending on the status of your device and the
charging conditions. The estimated charging time may not be displayed when you
charge the device in very cold or very hot conditions.

Settings

app and tap

Device maintenance

→

Battery

Reducing the battery consumption

Your device provides various options that help you conserve battery power.

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Optimise the device using the device maintenance feature.

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When you are not using the device, turn off the screen by pressing the Power key.

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Activate power saving mode.

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Close unnecessary apps.

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Deactivate the Bluetooth feature when not in use.

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Deactivate the Wi-Fi feature when not in use.

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Deactivate auto-syncing of apps that need to be synced, such as emails.

.

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Decrease the backlight time.

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Decrease the screen brightness.

Battery charging tips and precautions

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When the battery power is low, the battery icon appears empty.

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If the battery is completely discharged, the device cannot be turned on immediately
when the charger is connected. Allow a depleted battery to charge for a few minutes
before turning on the device.

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If you use multiple apps at once, network apps, or apps that need a connection to
another device, the battery will drain quickly. To avoid losing power during a data
transfer, always use these apps after fully charging the battery.

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Using a power source other than the charger, such as a computer, may result in a slower
charging speed due to a lower electric current.

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The device can be used while it is charging, but it may take longer to fully charge the
battery.

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If the device receives an unstable power supply while charging, the touchscreen may not
function. If this happens, unplug the charger from the device.

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While charging, the device and the charger may heat up. This is normal and should not
affect the device’s lifespan or performance. If the battery gets hotter than usual, the
charger may stop charging.

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If you charge the device while the multipurpose jack is wet, the device may be damaged.
Thoroughly dry the multipurpose jack before charging the device.

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If the device is not charging properly, take the device and the charger to a Samsung
Service Centre.

Power saving mode

Activate power saving mode to extend the battery’s usage time.

Launch the

1

Tap

2

mode.

Tap

3

CUSTOMISE

APPLY

Settings

to change the power saving settings before entering power saving

.

app and tap

Device maintenance

→

Battery

→

MID

.

Maximum power saving mode

In maximum power saving mode, the device decreases battery consumption by applying the
dark theme and limiting the apps and features available. Network connections, except for the
mobile network, will be deactivated.

Launch the

1

Tap

2

saving mode.

CUSTOMISE

Settings

app and tap

to change the power saving settings before entering maximum power

Device maintenance

→

Battery

→

MAX

.

Tap

3

After entering maximum power saving mode, on the Home screen, tap
to use. To remove apps, tap

To deactivate maximum power saving mode, tap

mode

APPLY

.

The estimated battery usage time may vary depending on your device settings and
operating conditions.

.

→

Edit

and select an app with .

→

Turn off Maximum power saving

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and select an app

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SIM or USIM card (nano-SIM card)

Installing the SIM or USIM card

Insert the SIM or USIM card provided by the mobile telephone service provider.

You can insert two SIM or USIM cards so you can have two phone numbers or service
providers for a single device. In some areas, data transfer speeds may be slower if two SIM
cards are inserted in the device than when one SIM card is inserted.

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Use only a nano-SIM card.

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Use caution not to lose or let others use the SIM or USIM card. Samsung is not
responsible for any damages or inconveniences caused by lost or stolen cards.

Some LTE services may not be available depending on the service provider. For more
information about service availability, contact your service provider.

►

SIM card tray 1:

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►

SIM card tray 2:

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Insert the ejection pin into the hole on the tray to loosen the tray.

1

Ensure that the ejection pin is perpendicular to the hole. Otherwise, the device may
be damaged.

Pull out the tray gently from the tray slot.

2

Place the SIM or USIM card on the tray with the gold-coloured contacts facing

3

downwards.

Place the primary SIM or USIM card on the tray 1 and the secondary SIM or USIM card on
the tray 2.

Gently press the SIM or USIM card into the SIM card tray to secure it.

4

If the card is not fixed firmly into the tray, the SIM card may leave or fall out of the tray.

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Insert the tray back into the tray slot.

5

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If you insert the tray into your device while the tray is wet, your device may be
damaged. Always make sure the tray is dry.

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Fully insert the tray into the tray slot to prevent liquid from entering your device.

Removing the SIM or USIM card

Insert the ejection pin into the hole on the tray to loosen the SIM card tray.

1

Pull out the tray gently from the tray slot.

2

Remove the SIM or USIM card.

3

►

SIM card tray 1:

►

SIM card tray 2:

Insert the tray back into the tray slot.

4

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Using dual SIM or USIM cards

If you insert two SIM or USIM cards, you can have two phone numbers or service providers for
a single device.

Activating SIM or USIM cards

Launch the
card and tap the switch to activate it.

Settings

app and tap

Connections

→

SIM card manager

. Select a SIM or USIM

Customising SIM or USIM cards

Launch the
USIM card to access the following options:

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Icon

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Name

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Network mode

Settings

: Change the icon of the SIM or USIM card.

: Change the display name of the SIM or USIM card.

app and tap

: Select a network type to use with the SIM or USIM card.

Connections

→

SIM card manager

and select a SIM or

Setting preferred SIM or USIM cards

When two cards are activated, you can assign voice calls, messaging, and data services to
specific cards.

Launch the
preferences for your cards in

Settings

app and tap

PREFERRED SIM CARD

Connections

→

SIM card manager

.

and set the feature

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Memory card (microSD card)

Installing a memory card

Your device’s memory card capacity may vary from other models and some memory cards
may not be compatible with your device depending on the memory card manufacturer and
type. To view your device’s maximum memory card capacity, refer to the Samsung website.

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Some memory cards may not be fully compatible with the device. Using an
incompatible card may damage the device or the memory card, or corrupt the data
stored in it.

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Use caution to insert the memory card right-side up.

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The device supports the FAT and the exFAT file systems for memory cards. When
inserting a card formatted in a different file system, the device will ask to reformat
the card or will not recognise the card. If the device does not recognise your
memory card, format it on your computer.

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Frequent writing and erasing of data shortens the lifespan of memory cards.

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When inserting a memory card into the device, the memory card’s file directory
appears in the

My Files

→

SD card

folder.

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Insert the ejection pin into the hole on the tray to loosen the tray.

1

Ensure that the ejection pin is perpendicular to the hole. Otherwise, the device may
be damaged.

Pull out the tray gently from the tray slot.

2

When you remove the tray from the device, the mobile data connection will be
disabled.

Place a memory card on the tray with the gold-coloured contacts facing downwards.

3

Gently press the memory card into the tray to secure it.

4

If the card is not fixed firmly into the tray, the memory card may leave or fall out of the
tray.

Insert the tray back into the tray slot.

5

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If you insert the tray into your device while the tray is wet, your device may be
damaged. Always make sure the tray is dry.

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Fully insert the tray into the tray slot to prevent liquid from entering your device.

Removing the memory card

Before removing the memory card, first unmount it for safe removal.

Launch the

→

SD card

Insert the ejection pin into the hole on the tray to loosen the tray.

1

Pull out the tray gently from the tray slot.

2

Settings

→

UNMOUNT

app and tap

.

Device maintenance

→

Storage

→ →

Storage settings

Remove the memory card.

3

Insert the tray back into the tray slot.

4

Do not remove the memory card while the device is transferring or accessing
information. Doing so can cause data to be lost or corrupted or damage to the
memory card or device. Samsung is not responsible for losses that result from the
misuse of damaged memory cards, including the loss of data.

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Formatting the memory card

A memory card formatted on a computer may not be compatible with the device. Format the
memory card on the device.

Launch the

→

SD card

Settings

→

Format

Before formatting the memory card, remember to make backup copies of all
important data stored in the memory card. The manufacturer’s warranty does not
cover loss of data resulting from user actions.

app and tap

.

Device maintenance

→

Storage

→ →

Storage settings

Turning the device on and off

Press and hold the Power key for a few seconds to turn on the device.

When you turn on your device for the first time or after performing a data reset, follow the
onscreen instructions to set up your device.

To turn off the device, press and hold the Power key, and then tap

Follow all posted warnings and directions from authorised personnel in areas where
the use of wireless devices is restricted, such as aeroplanes and hospitals.

Power off

.

Restarting the device

If your device is frozen and unresponsive, press and hold the Power key and the Volume
Down key simultaneously for more than 7 seconds to restart it.

Volume Down key

Power key

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Understanding the screen

Controlling the touchscreen

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Do not allow the touchscreen to come into contact with other electrical devices.
Electrostatic discharges can cause the touchscreen to malfunction.

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Do not allow the touchscreen to contact water. The touchscreen may malfunction
in humid conditions or when exposed to water.

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To avoid damaging the touchscreen, do not tap it with anything sharp or apply
excessive pressure to it with your fingertips.

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Leaving the touchscreen idle for extended periods may result in afterimages
(screen burn-in) or ghosting. Turn off the touchscreen when you do not use the
device.

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The device may not recognise touch inputs close to the edges of the screen, which
are outside of the touch input area.

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It is recommended to use fingers when you use the touchscreen.

Tapping

Tap the screen.

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Tapping and holding

Tap and hold the screen for approximately 2 seconds.

Dragging

Tap and hold an item and drag it to the target position.

Double-tapping

Double-tap the screen.

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Swiping

Swipe upwards, downwards, to the left, or to the right.

Spreading and pinching

Spread two fingers apart or pinch on the screen.

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Home screen and Apps screen

The Home screen is the starting point for accessing all of the device’s features. It displays
widgets, shortcuts to apps, and more.

The Apps screen displays icons for all apps, including newly installed apps.

A widget

An app

News screen indicator. View the

latest articles in various

categories.

Favourite apps

A folder

Screen indicators

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Switching between Home and Apps screens

On the Home screen, swipe upwards or downwards to open the Apps screen. To return to
the Home screen, swipe upwards or downwards on the Apps screen. Alternatively, press the
Home key or the Back key.

Home screen Apps screen

If you add the Apps button on the Home screen, you can open the Apps screen by tapping
the button. On the Home screen, tap and hold an empty area and tap

→

Apps button

bottom of the Home screen.

→

Show Apps button

→

APPLY

. The Apps button will be added at the

Home screen settings

Apps button

Moving items

Tap and hold an item, and then drag it to a new location. To move the item to another panel,
drag it to the side of the screen.

To add a shortcut to an app on the Home screen, tap and hold an item on the Apps screen,
and then drag it to the top or bottom of the screen. A shortcut to the app will be added on
the Home screen.

You can also move frequently used apps to the shortcuts area at the bottom of the Home
screen.

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Creating folders

Create folders and gather similar applications to quickly access and launch apps.

On the Home screen or the Apps screen, tap and hold an app, and then drag it over

1

another app.

Drop the app when a folder frame appears around the apps.

2

A new folder containing the selected apps will be created. Tap
enter a folder name.

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Adding more apps

Tap

ADD APPS

by dragging it to the folder.

on the folder. Tick the apps to add and tap

Enter folder name

ADD

. You can also add an app

and

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Moving apps from a folder

Tap and hold an app to drag it to a new location.

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Deleting a folder

Tap and hold a folder, and then tap
folder’s apps will be relocated to the Apps screen.

Delete folder

. Only the folder will be deleted. The

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Editing the Home screen

On the Home screen, tap and hold an empty area, or pinch your fingers together to access
the editing options. You can set the wallpaper, add widgets, and more. You can also add,
delete, or rearrange Home screen panels.

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Adding pages: Swipe to the left, and then tap .

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Moving pages: Tap and hold a panel preview, and then drag it to a new location.

•

Deleting pages: Tap on the page.

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Wallpapers and themes

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Widgets

information and convenient access on your Home screen. Tap and hold a widget, and
then drag it to the Home screen. The widget will be added on the Home screen.

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Home screen settings

Home screen and more.

: Widgets are small apps that launch specific app functions to provide

: Change the device’s wallpaper, theme, or icons.

: Change the size of the grid to display more or fewer items on the

Displaying all apps on the Home screen

Without using a separate Apps screen, you can set the device to display all apps on the
Home screen. On the Home screen, tap and hold an empty area, and then tap

→

settings

You can now access all your apps by swiping to the left on the Home screen.

Home screen layout

→

Home screen only

→

APPLY

.

Home screen

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Indicator icons

Indicator icons appear on the status bar at the top of the screen. The icons listed in the table
below are most common.

The status bar may not appear at the top of the screen in some apps. To display the
status bar, drag down from the top of the screen.

Icon Meaning

No signal

/

/

/

Signal strength

Roaming (outside of normal service area)

Preferred SIM or USIM card for calls

GPRS network connected

EDGE network connected

UMTS network connected

HSDPA network connected

HSPA+ network connected

LTE network connected (LTE-enabled models)

Wi-Fi connected

Bluetooth feature activated

Location services being used

Call in progress

Missed call

New text or multimedia message

Alarm activated

Mute mode activated

Vibration mode activated

Flight mode activated

Error occurred or caution required

Battery charging

Battery power level

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Lock screen

Pressing the Power key turns off the screen and locks it. Also, the screen turns off and
automatically locks if the device is not used for a specified period.

To unlock the screen, press the Power key or the Home key and swipe in any direction.

Changing the screen lock method

To change the screen lock method, launch the

Screen lock type

When you set a pattern, PIN, password, or fingerprint the screen lock method, you can protect
your personal information by preventing others from accessing your device. After setting the
screen lock method, the device will require an unlock code whenever unlocking it.

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Swipe

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Pattern

•

PIN

•

Password

the screen.

•

None

•

Fingerprints

recognition for more information.

: Swipe in any direction on the screen to unlock it.

: Enter a PIN with at least four numbers to unlock the screen.

: Do not set a screen lock method.

, and then select a method.

: Draw a pattern with four or more dots to unlock the screen.

: Enter a password with at least four characters, numbers, or symbols to unlock

: Register your fingerprints to unlock the screen. Refer to Fingerprint

Settings

app, tap

Lock screen and security

→

You can set your device to perform a factory data reset if you enter the unlock code
incorrectly several times in a row and reach the attempt limit. Launch the
app, tap

factory reset

Lock screen and security

switch to activate it.

→

Secure lock settings

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, and then tap the

Settings

Auto

Basics

Notification panel

When you receive new notifications, such as messages or missed calls, indicator icons appear
on the status bar. To see more information about the icons, open the notification panel and
view the details.

To open the notification panel, drag the status bar downwards. To close the notification panel,
swipe upwards on the screen.

You can open the notification panel, even on the locked screen.

You can use the following functions on the notification panel.

Quick setting buttons

Tap a notification and perform

various actions.

Block notifications from apps.

Launch Settings.

SIM and USIM card feature
preferences. Tap to access the
SIM card manager.

Clear all notifications.

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Basics

Using quick setting buttons

Tap quick setting buttons to activate certain features. Swipe downwards on the notification
panel to view more buttons.

To change feature settings, tap the text under each button. To view more detailed settings,
tap and hold a button.

To rearrange buttons, tap
another location.

→

Button order

, tap and hold a button, and then drag it to

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Basics

Entering text

Keyboard layout

A keyboard appears automatically when you enter text to send messages, create notes, and
more.

Text entry is not supported in some languages. To enter text, you must change the
input language to one of the supported languages.

Additional keyboard functions

Enter uppercase. For all caps, tap

it twice.

Enter symbols.

Enter numbers.

Hide the keyboard.

Delete a preceding character.

Break to the next line.

Change the input language.

Enter a space.

Changing the input language

Tap the input language key to switch between the input languages. Tap →

→

and types

MANAGE INPUT LANGUAGES

, and then select the languages to use.

Changing the keyboard layout

Languages

Tap

→

Languages and types

On

3x4 keyboard

corresponding key repeatedly until the desired character appears.

, a key has three or four characters. To enter a character, tap the

, select a language, and then select a keyboard layout to use.

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Basics

Additional keyboard functions

•

: Add an item from the clipboard.

•

•

•

•

•

•

→

CANGJIE

→

STROKE

you are unsure about which stroke to enter.

→

HALF-SCREEN HANDWRITING

handwriting mode.

: Enter text by voice.

Change the voice input settings.

: Enter emoticons.

: Enter kaomojis.

: Switch to the qwerty keyboard.

: Switch to stroke mode. Tap stroke keys to enter a character. Tap when

or

FULL-SCREEN HANDWRITING

Start or pause entering text by
voice.

: Switch to

•

: Open the text editing panel.

•

: Change the keyboard for one-handed operation.

•

: Change the keyboard settings.

Copying and pasting

Tap and hold over text.

1

Drag

2

Tap

3

The selected text is copied to the clipboard.

Tap and hold where the text is to be inserted and tap

4

To paste text that you have previously copied, tap

or to select the desired text, or tap

Copy

or

Cut

.

Select all

Paste

Clipboard

to select all text.

.

and select the text.

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Basics

Dictionary

Look up definitions for words while using certain features, such as when browsing webpages.

Tap and hold over a word that you want to look up.

1

If the word you want to look up is not selected, drag

Tap

More

→

2

If a dictionary is not preinstalled on the device, tap
next to a dictionary to download it.

View the definition in the dictionary pop-up window.

3

To switch to the full screen view, tap
definitions. In the detailed view, tap
words list or tap

Dictionary

Search Web

on the options list.

. Tap the definition on the screen to view more

→

Favorites

to use the word as a search term.

or to select the desired text.

Move to Manage dictionaries

to add the word to your favourite

Screen capture

Capture a screenshot while using the device and write on, draw on, crop, or share the
captured screen. You can capture the current screen and scrollable area.

→

Capturing a screenshot

Press and hold the Home key and the Power key simultaneously. You can view captured
images in

It is not possible to capture a screenshot while using some apps and features.

Gallery

.

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Basics

After capturing a screenshot, use the following options on the toolbar at the bottom of the
screen:

•

Scroll capture

: Capture the current content and the hidden content on an elongated
page, such as a webpage. When you tap
scroll down and more content will be captured.

•

Draw

•

Crop

•

Share

: Write or draw on the screenshot.

: Crop a portion from the screenshot. The cropped area will be saved in

: Share the screenshot with others.

If the options are not visible on the captured screen, launch the

Advanced features

, and then tap the

Scroll capture

Smart capture

, the screen will automatically

Gallery

Settings

switch to activate it.

app, tap

.

Opening apps

On the Home screen or the Apps screen, select an app icon to open it.

To open an app from the list of recently used apps, tap the Recents key and select a recent
app window.

Closing an app

Tap the Recents key, and tap or drag a recent app window to the left or right to close it. To
close all running apps, tap

CLOSE ALL

.

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Samsung account

Introduction

Your Samsung account is an integrated account service that allows you to use a variety of
Samsung services provided by mobile devices, TVs, and the Samsung website. Once your
Samsung account has been registered, you can use apps provided by Samsung, without
signing in to your account.

Create your Samsung account with your email address.

To check the list of services that can be used with your Samsung account, visit

account.samsung.com. For more information on Samsung accounts, launch the

and tap

Cloud and accounts

→

Accounts

→

Samsung account

→

Help

.

Registering your Samsung account

Registering a new Samsung account

If you do not have a Samsung account, you should create one.

Launch the

1

Tap

2

3

Samsung account

Follow the on-screen instructions to complete creating your account.

Registering an existing Samsung account

Settings

app and tap

→

CREATE ACCOUNT

Cloud and accounts

.

→

Accounts

→

Add account

Settings

app

.

If you already have a Samsung account, register it to the device.

Launch the

1

Tap

2

3

Samsung account

Enter your email address and password, and then tap

If you forget your account information, tap
your account information when you enter the required information and security code
displayed that is on the screen.

Settings

app and tap

→

SIGN IN

Cloud and accounts

.

Forgotten your ID or password?

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→

Accounts

SIGN IN

→

Add account

.

.

You can find

Basics

Removing your Samsung account

When you remove your registered Samsung account from the device, your data, such as
contacts or events, will also be removed.

Launch the

1

Tap

2

3

4

Samsung account

Tap →

Enter your Samsung account password and tap

Settings

Remove account

app and tap

.

→ OK.

Cloud and accounts

REMOVE ACCOUNT

→

Accounts

.

.

Transferring data from your previous device

You can transfer contacts, images, and other data from a previous device to your device via
Smart Switch or Samsung Cloud.

•

This feature may not be supported on some devices or computers.

•

Limitations apply. Visit www.samsung.com/hk/smartswitch for details. Samsung
takes copyright seriously. Only transfer content that you own or have the right to
transfer.

Transferring data via Smart Switch

You can transfer data from a previous device to your device via Samsung Smart Switch.

The following versions of Samsung Smart Switch are available.

•

Mobile version: Transfer data between mobile devices. You can download the app from

Galaxy Apps

•

Computer version: Transfer data between your device and a computer. You can download
the app from www.samsung.com/hk/smartswitch.

or

Play Store

.

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Basics

Transferring data wirelessly via Wi-Fi Direct

Transfer data from your previous device to your device wirelessly via Wi-Fi Direct.

On both devices, download and install Smart Switch from

1

Place the devices near each other.

2

Launch

3

On the previous device, tap

4

On your device, tap

5

Follow the on-screen instructions to transfer data from your previous device.

6

Smart Switch

WIRELESS

on both devices.

WIRELESS

→

RECEIVE

→

SEND

→

CONNECT

and select the previous device type.

Galaxy Apps

.

or

Play Store

.

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Basics

Transferring backup data from a computer

Transfer data between your device and a computer. You must download the Smart Switch
computer version app from www.samsung.com/hk/smartswitch. Back up data from your
previous device to a computer and import the data to your device.

On the computer, visit www.samsung.com/hk/smartswitch to download Smart Switch.

1

On the computer, launch Smart Switch.

2

If your previous device is not a Samsung device, back up data to a computer using a
program provided by the device’s manufacturer. Then, skip to the fifth step.

Connect your previous device to the computer using the USB cable.

3

On the computer, follow the on-screen instructions to back up data from the device.

4

Then, disconnect your previous device from the computer.

Connect your device to the computer using the USB cable.

5

On the computer, follow the on-screen instructions to transfer data to your device.

6

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Basics

Transferring data via Samsung Cloud

Back up data from your previous device to Samsung Cloud and restore the data to your
device. You must register and sign in to your Samsung account to use Samsung Cloud. Refer
to Samsung account for more information.

On the previous device, back up the data to your Samsung account.

1

Launch the

2

Tap and select the previous device from the devices list.

3

Tick the data types you want to restore and tap

4

Settings

app and tap

Cloud and accounts

RESTORE NOW

→

Samsung Cloud

.

→

Restore

Device and data management

Connecting the device to a computer for data transfer

Move audio, video, image, or other types of files from the device to the computer, or vice
versa.

Do not disconnect the USB cable from the device when you are transferring files.
Doing so may cause data loss or device damage.

.

The devices may not connect properly if they are connected via a USB hub. Directly
connect the device to the computer’s USB port.

Connect the device to the computer using the USB cable.

1

Open the notification panel, and then tap

2

.

files

If the computer cannot recognise your device, tap

Tap

3

4

ALLOW

When the computer recognises your device, the device will appear in My PC.

Transfer files between your device and the computer.

to permit the computer to access your device’s data.

Transferring media files via USB

Transfer images

→

Transfer

.

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Basics

Updating the device

The device can be updated to the latest software.

Updating over the air

The device can be directly updated to the latest software by the firmware over-the-air (FOTA)
service.

Launch the

Settings

When you tap the
will be downloaded when the device is connected to a Wi-Fi network.

app and tap

Download updates automatically

Software update

→

Download updates manually

switch to activate it, updates

Updating with Smart Switch

Connect the device to a computer and update the device to the latest software.

On the computer, visit www.samsung.com/hk/smartswitch to download and install

1

Smart Switch.

On the computer, launch Smart Switch.

2

Connect the device to the computer using a USB cable.

3

If a software update is available, follow the on-screen instructions to update the device.

4

.

•

Do not turn off the computer or disconnect the USB cable while the device is
updating.

•

While updating the device, do not connect other media devices to the computer.
Doing so may interfere with the update process. Before updating, disconnect all
other media devices from the computer.

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Basics

Backing up and restoring data

Keep your personal information, app data, and settings safe on your device. You can back up
your sensitive information and access it later. You must sign in to your Google or Samsung
account to back up or restore data. Refer to Samsung account and Accounts for more
information.

Using a Samsung account

Launch the

settings

activate them, then tap

Data will be backed up to Samsung Cloud. Refer to Samsung Cloud for more information.

To set the device to automatically back up data, tap the

To restore backup data from Samsung Cloud using a Samsung account, tap
device and the data types you want to restore and tap
be restored to your device.

Settings

for the Samsung account, tap the switches next to the items you want to back up to

app and tap

BACK UP NOW

Cloud and accounts

.

→

Backup and restore

AUTO BACK UP

RESTORE NOW

→

Backup

switch to activate it.

Restore

. The selected data will

. Select a

Using a Google account

Launch the

Back up my data

the
select an account as the backup account.

To restore data using a Google account, tap the
you reinstall apps, backed up settings and data will be restored.

Settings

app and tap

switch for the Google account to activate it. Tap

Cloud and accounts

Automatic restore

→

Backup and restore

switch to activate it. When

, and then tap

Backup account

and

Performing a data reset

Delete all settings and data on the device. Before performing a factory data reset, ensure you
back up all important data stored on the device. Refer to Backing up and restoring data for
more information.

Launch the

RESET

→

DELETE ALL

Settings

app and tap

. The device automatically restarts.

General management

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→

Reset

→

Factory data reset

→

Basics

Sharing features

Share content by using various sharing options. The following actions are an example of
sharing images.

You may incur additional charges when sharing files via the mobile network.

Launch the

1

Select an image.

2

Tap

3

Share

You can also use the following options:

Gallery

and select a sharing method, such as Bluetooth and email.

app.

•

Link Sharing

the access code with others, even if they are not saved in your contacts list. To use this
feature, your phone number must be verified.

•

View content on TV (Smart View)

screen via a wireless connection.

When you have a communication or sharing history, the people you contacted will
appear on the sharing options panel. To directly share content with them via the
corresponding app, select a person’s icon. If the feature is not activated, launch the

Settings

activate it.

Follow the on-screen instructions to share the image with others.

4

When the image is sent to the recipients’ devices, a notification will appear on their devices.
Tap the notification to view or download the image.

: Upload content to the Samsung storage server and share the link and

: View your device’s displayed content on a larger

app and tap

Advanced features

, and then tap the

Direct share

switch to

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Basics

Emergency mode

You can switch the device to emergency mode to reduce battery consumption. Some apps
and functions will be restricted. In emergency mode, you can make an emergency call, send
your current location information to others, sound an emergency alarm, and more.

Press and hold the Power key, and then tap

Turn on the flash.

Send your current location

information in a message.

Browse the Internet.

Remaining battery power and

usage time left

Emergency mode

.

Access additional options.

Sound alarms.

Make a call.

Add more apps to use.

Make an emergency call.

The usage time left shows the time remaining before the battery power runs
out. Usage time left may vary depending on your device settings and operating
conditions.

Deactivating emergency mode

To deactivate emergency mode, tap →
hold the Power key, and then tap

Emergency mode

Disable Emergency mode

.

. Alternatively, press and

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Applications

Installing or uninstalling apps

Galaxy Apps

Purchase and download apps. You can download apps that are specialised for Samsung
Galaxy devices.

Open the

Samsung

This app may not be available depending on the region or service provider.

folder and launch the

Galaxy Apps

app.

Installing apps

Browse apps by category or tap the search field to search for a keyword.

Select an app to view information about it. To download free apps, tap
and download apps where charges apply, tap the price and follow the on-screen instructions.

To change the auto update settings, tap →
then select an option.

Settings

→

INSTALL

Auto update apps

. To purchase

, and

Play Store

Purchase and download apps.

Launch the

Play Store

app.

Installing apps

Browse apps by category or search for apps by keyword.

Select an app to view information about it. To download free apps, tap
and download apps where charges apply, tap the price and follow the on-screen instructions.

To change the auto update settings, tap →
then select an option.

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Settings

→

INSTALL

Auto-update apps

. To purchase

, and

Applications

Managing apps

Uninstalling apps and using app sleep mode

Tap and hold an app and select an option.

•

Disable

•

Sleep

the background.

•

Uninstall

Enabling apps

Launch the

: Disable selected default apps that cannot be uninstalled from the device.

: Put apps in sleep mode to save the battery by preventing them from running in

: Uninstall downloaded apps.

→

Settings

app, tap

Apps

→

Disabled

, select an app, and then tap

ENABLE

.

Setting app permissions

For some apps to operate properly, they may need permission to access or use information
on your device. When you open an app, a pop-up window may appear and request access to
certain features or information. Tap
the app.

To view your app permission settings, launch the
and tap

To view or change app permission settings by permission category, launch the
and tap
grant permissions.

Permissions

Apps

→

If you do not grant permissions to apps, the basic features of the apps may not
function properly.

. You can view the app’s permissions list and change its permissions.

→

App permissions

ALLOW

on the pop-up window to grant permissions to

Settings

. Select an item and tap the switches next to apps to

app and tap

Apps

. Select an app

Settings

app

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Applications

Phone

Introduction

Make or answer voice calls.

Making calls

Launch the

1

Enter a phone number.

2

If the keypad does not appear on the screen, tap

Tap or to make a voice call.

3

Add the number to the contacts

Preview the phone number.

Phone

app.

list.

to open the keypad.

Access additional options.

Delete a preceding character.

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Hide the keypad.

Applications

Using speed dial

Set speed dial numbers to quickly make calls.

To set a number to speed dial, tap
phone number.

To make a call, tap and hold a speed dial number on the keypad. For speed dial numbers 10
and up, tap the first digit(s) of the number, and then tap and hold the last digit.

For example, if you set the number 123 as a speed dial number, tap 1, tap 2, and then tap and
hold 3.

→

Speed dial

, select a speed dial number, and then add a

Making calls from the locked screen

On the locked screen, drag outside the large circle.

Making calls from call logs or contacts list

Tap

RECENTS

make a call.

or

CONTACTS

, and then swipe to the right on a contact or a phone number to

Making an international call

Tap to open the keypad if the keypad does not appear on the screen.

1

Tap and hold 0 until the + sign appears.

2

Enter the country code, area code, and phone number, and then tap or .

3

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Applications

Receiving calls

Answering a call

When a call comes in, drag outside the large circle.

Rejecting a call

When a call comes in, drag outside the large circle.

To send a message when rejecting an incoming call, drag the rejection message bar upwards.
You can send a text message or a sticker to reject a call.

To create various rejection messages, launch the

decline messages

, enter a message, and then tap .

Phone

app, tap →

Settings

→

Quick

Missed calls

If a call is missed, the icon appears on the status bar. Open the notification panel to view
the list of missed calls. Alternatively, launch the
calls.

Phone

app and tap

RECENTS

to view missed

Blocking phone numbers

Block calls from specific numbers added to your block list.

Launch the

1

Tap , select contacts, and then tap

2

To manually enter a number, tap

Phone

app and tap →

Enter phone number

Settings

DONE

.

→

Block numbers

, enter a phone number, and then

.

tap

When blocked numbers try to contact you, you will not receive notifications. The calls will be
logged in the call log.

.

You can also block incoming calls from people that do not show their caller ID. Tap the

Block unknown callers

switch to activate the feature.

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Applications

Options during calls

During a voice call

The following actions are available:

The available options may vary depending on the region or service provider.

•

: Access additional options.

•

Add call

•

Extra volume

•

Bluetooth

•

Speaker

: Dial a second call.

: Increase the volume.

: Switch to a Bluetooth headset if it is connected to the device.

: Activate or deactivate the speakerphone. When using the speakerphone, keep

the device away from your ears.

•

Keypad

•

Mute

•

/

Hide

: Open or close the keypad.

: Turn off the microphone so that the other party cannot hear you.

: End the current call.

Contacts

Introduction

Create new contacts or manage contacts on the device.

Adding contacts

Creating a new contact

Launch the

1

Tap and select a storage location.

2

Contacts

app.

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Applications

Enter contact information.

3

Select a storage location.

Add an image.

Enter contact information.

Open more information fields.

Scan contact information from a

business card.

Depending on the selected storage location, the types of information you can save
may vary.

Tap

SAVE

4

.

Adding a phone number to Contacts from the keypad

Launch the

1

Enter the number and tap

2

If the keypad does not appear on the screen, tap

Tap

3

Create contact

an existing contact.

Phone

app.

ADD TO CONTACTS

to create a new contact, or tap

.

to open the keypad.

Update existing

to add the number to

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Applications

Adding a phone number to Contacts from the calls list

Launch the

1

Tap a caller’s image, or tap a phone number →

2

Tap

3

CREATE CONTACT

number to an existing contact.

Phone

app and tap

to create a new contact, or tap

RECENTS

.

Details

.

UPDATE EXISTING

Importing contacts

Add contacts by importing them from other storages to your device.

Launch the

1

Tap →

2

Select a storage location to import contacts from.

3

Contacts

Manage contacts

app.

→

Import/Export contacts

→

IMPORT

to add the

.

Tick VCF files or contacts to import and tap

4

Select a storage location to save contacts to and tap

5

DONE

.

IMPORT

.

Synching contacts with your web accounts

Sync your device contacts with online contacts saved in your web accounts, such as your
Samsung account.

Launch the
select the account to sync with, and then tap

Settings

app, tap

Cloud and accounts

Contacts (Samsung account)

→

Accounts

, select an account name,

or

Sync Contacts

.

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Applications

Searching for contacts

Launch the

Use one of the following search methods:

•

Scroll up or down the contacts list.

•

Drag a finger along the index at the right side of the contacts list to scroll through it
quickly.

•

Tap the search field at the top of the contacts list and enter search criteria.

Tap the contact’s image, or tap the contact’s name
actions:

•

•

•

•

Contacts

: Add to favourite contacts.

: Make a voice call.

: Compose a message.

: Compose an email.

app.

→

Details

. Then take one of the following

Saving and sharing profile

Save and share your profile information, such as your photo and status message, with others
using the profile sharing feature.

•

The profile sharing feature may not be available depending on the region or
service provider.

•

The profile sharing feature is only available for contacts who have activated the
profile sharing feature on their device.

Launch the

1

Tap

2

3

EDIT

Tap

→

To use the profile sharing feature, your phone number must be verified. You can view
your contacts’ updated profile information in

Contacts

, edit your profile, and tap

Profile sharing

app and select your profile.

, and then tap the switch to activate it.

SAVE

.

Contacts

.

To set additional items to share, tap
items you want to activate them.

To set a contact group to share your profile with, tap

Shared content

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and tap the switches next to the

Share with

and select an option.

Applications

Sharing contacts

You can share contacts with others by using various sharing options.

Launch the

1

Tap →

2

Select contacts and tap

3

Select a sharing method.

4

Contacts

Share

app.

.

SHARE

.

Merging duplicate contacts

When you import contacts from other storages, or sync or move contacts to other accounts,
your contacts list may include duplicate contacts. Merge duplicate contacts into one to
streamline your contacts list.

Launch the

1

Tap →

2

Contacts

Manage contacts

app.

→

Merge contacts

.

Tick contacts and tap

3

MERGE

.

Deleting contacts

Launch the

1

→

Tap

2

Select contacts and tap

3

To delete contacts one by one, open the contacts list and tap a contact’s image or tap a
contact’s name

Contacts

Delete

→

.

Details

app.

DELETE

. Then tap →

.

Delete

.

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Applications

Messages

Introduction

Send and view messages by conversation.

Sending messages

You may incur additional charges for sending messages when you are roaming.

Launch the

1

Tap .

2

Add recipients and tap

3

Enter a message.

4

Messages

Edit recipients.

Enter a message.

app.

COMPOSE

Attach files.

.

Add recipients from the contacts
list.

Enter emoticons.

Send the message.

Tap or to send the message.

5

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Applications

Viewing messages

Messages are grouped into message threads by contact.

You may incur additional charges for receiving messages when you are roaming.

Launch the

1

On the messages list, select a contact.

2

View your conversation.

3

To reply to the message, enter a message and tap

Messages

app and tap

CONVERSATIONS

.

or .

Blocking unwanted messages

Block messages from specific numbers added to your block list.

Launch the

1

Tap →

2

Tap

3

INBOX

Messages

Settings

or

CONTACTS

app.

→

Block messages

, select a contact, and then tap .

→

Block numbers

.

To manually enter a number, tap

Enter number

, and then enter a phone number.

Setting the message notification

You can change notification sound, display options, and more.

Launch the

1

Tap →

2

Messages

Settings

app.

→

Notifications

, and then tap the switch to activate it.

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Applications

Change the notification settings.

3

•

Notification sound

•

Vibrate when sound plays

•

Pop-up display

•

Preview message

and in pop-up windows.

: Change the notification sound.

: Set the device to vibrate when you receive messages.

: Set the device to display messages in pop-up windows.

: Set the device to display message content on the locked screen

Setting a message reminder

You can set an alert at an interval to let you know that you have unchecked notifications.
If this feature is not activated, launch the

reminder

, and then tap the switch to activate it. Then, tap the

Settings

app, tap

Accessibility

Messages

→

Notification

switch to activate it.

Internet

Introduction

Browse the Internet to search for information and bookmark your favourite webpages to
access them conveniently.

Browsing webpages

Open the

1

Tap the address field.

2

Samsung

folder and launch the

Internet

app.

Enter the web address or a keyword, and then tap Go.

3

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To view the toolbars, drag your finger downwards slightly on the screen.

Bookmark the current webpage.

Open the homepage.

Quick menu

Move between pages.

Using secret mode

Access additional options.

Refresh the current webpage.

View your bookmarks, saved
webpages, and recent browsing
history.

Open the browser's tab
manager.

In secret mode, you can separately manage open tabs, bookmarks, and saved pages. You can
lock secret mode using a password and your fingerprint.

Activating secret mode

In the toolbar at the bottom of the screen, tap
using this feature for the first time, set whether to use a password for secret mode.

In secret mode, you cannot use some features, such as screen capture.

In secret mode, the device will change the colour of the toolbars.

Tabs

→

TURN ON SECRET MODE

. If you are

Changing security settings

You can change your password or the lock method.

Tap

→

Settings

registered fingerprint as the lock method along with the password, tap the
switch to activate it. Refer to Fingerprint recognition for more information about using your

→

Privacy

→

Secret mode security

→

Change password

. To set your

Fingerprints

fingerprints.

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Deactivating secret mode

In the toolbar at the bottom of the screen, tap

Tabs

Email

Setting up email accounts

Set up an email account when opening

Open the

1

Enter the email address and password, and then tap

2

To manually register an email account, tap

Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the setup.

3

To set up another email account, tap

Samsung

folder and launch the

Email

→ →

for the first time.

Email

MANUAL SETUP

Add account

→

TURN OFF SECRET MODE

app.

SIGN IN

.

.

.

.

If you have more than one email account, you can set one as the default account. Tap

→ →

Set default account

.

Sending emails

Tap to compose an email.

1

Add recipients and enter an email text.

2

Tap

3

SEND

to send the mail.

Reading emails

When
emails, swipe downwards on the screen.

Tap an email on the screen to read it.

Email

is open, the device will automatically retrieve new emails. To manually retrieve

If email syncing is disabled, new emails cannot be retrieved. To enable email syncing,

→

tap
it.

→ → your account name, and then tap the

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Sync account

switch to activate

Applications

Camera

Introduction

Take photos and record videos using various modes and settings.

Camera etiquette

•

Do not take photos or record videos of other people without their permission.

•

Do not take photos or record videos where legally prohibited.

•

Do not take photos or record videos in places where you may violate other people’s
privacy.

Launching Camera

Use the following methods to launch

•

Launch the

•

Press the Home key twice quickly.

•

On the locked screen, drag outside the large circle.

•

•

Camera

Some camera features are not available when you launch
locked screen or when the screen is turned off while the security features are
activated.

If photos you take appear blurry, clean the camera lens and try again.

app.

Camera

:

Camera

app from the

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Using swipe gestures

Quickly control the preview screen by swiping in different directions. You can change the
shooting mode, switch between cameras, or apply filters or other effects.

The screen may appear differently depending on the region or service provider.

Switching cameras

Front camera preview

Rear camera previewShooting modes Filter effects

On the preview screen, swipe upwards or downwards to switch between cameras.

Viewing shooting modes

On the preview screen, swipe to the right to open the shooting modes list.

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Current mode

Applying filters and other effects

On the preview screen, swipe to the left to open the list of filters and other effects. You can
apply a unique effect to your photos or videos.

After selecting a filter or effect, tap the preview screen and take a photo or record a video.

To remove the applied filter or effect, open the filters and effects list and tap

This feature is only available in some shooting modes.

Basic shooting

Taking photos or recording videos

Tap the image on the preview screen where the camera should focus.

1

Tap to take a photo or tap to record a video.

2

•

You can add another camera button on the preview screen. Drag to the location

Auto

and

you want on the screen. This feature is available only in

•

Spread two fingers apart on the screen to zoom in, and pinch to zoom out. Or, drag
on the zoom bar towards

or .

Selfie

Remove effect

modes.

.

•

To adjust the brightness of photos or videos, tap the screen. When the adjustment bar
appears, drag

•

To capture an image from the video while recording, tap .

•

To change the focus while recording a video, tap where you want to focus. To focus on
the centre of the screen, tap

Camera settings

Quick settings

Switch between the

front and rear

cameras.

on the adjustment bar towards or .

.

Make faces appear
brighter and clearer.

Preview thumbnail

Take a photo.

Record a video.

Filter effects

Shooting modes

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•

The preview screen may vary depending on the shooting mode and which camera
is being used.

•

The camera automatically shuts off when unused.

•

Make sure that the lens is clean. Otherwise, the device may not work properly in
some modes that require high resolutions.

•

Your device’s camera features a wide-angle lens. Minor distortion may occur in
wide-angle photos and does not indicate device performance problems.

Locking the focus (AF) and exposure (AE)

You can lock the focus or exposure on a selected area to prevent the camera from
automatically adjusting based on changes to the subjects or light sources.

Tap and hold the area to focus, the AF/AE frame will appear on the area and the focus and
exposure setting will be locked. The setting remains locked even after you take a photo.

This feature is only available in some shooting modes.

Customising shooting modes

On the preview screen, swipe to the right to open the shooting modes list and select a mode.

To view the description of each mode, tap

To rearrange modes, tap
location.

To add mode shortcuts to the Home screen, tap

→

Edit

, tap and hold a mode icon, and then drag it to a new

→

Information

→

.

Add shortcut on home screen

.

Auto mode

Auto mode allows the camera to evaluate the surroundings and determine the ideal mode
for the photo.

On the shooting modes list, tap

Auto

.

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Pro mode

Take photos while manually adjusting various shooting options, such as exposure value and
ISO value.

On the shooting modes list, tap

to take a photo.

•

•

•

: Change the exposure value. This determines how much light the camera’s sensor

receives. For low-light situations, use a higher exposure.

: Select an ISO value. This controls camera light sensitivity. Low values are for
stationary or brightly lit objects. Higher values are for fast-moving or poorly lit objects.
However, higher ISO settings can result in noise in photos.

: Select an appropriate white balance, so images have a true-to-life colour range.

Pro

. Select options and customise the settings, and then tap

Panorama

Take a series of photos horizontally or vertically and then stitch them together to create a
wide scene.

To get the best shots using panorama mode, follow these tips:

•

Move the camera slowly in one direction.

•

Keep the image within the frame on the camera’s viewfinder. If the preview
image is out of the guide frame or you do not move the device, the device will
automatically stop taking photos.

•

Avoid taking photos of indistinct backgrounds, such as an empty sky or a plain
wall.

On the shooting modes list, tap

1

Tap and move the device slowly in one direction.

2

Tap to stop taking photos.

3

On the preview screen, tap the preview thumbnail.

4

Panorama

.

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Continuous shot

Take a series of photos of moving subjects.

On the shooting modes list, tap
continuously.

Continuous shot

. Tap and hold to take several photos

HDR (Rich tone)

Use HDR mode to capture photos and videos with rich colours and reproduce details even in
bright and dark areas.

On the shooting modes list, tap

HDR (Rich tone)

.

Without effect With effect

Night

Take a photo in low-light conditions, without using the flash.

On the shooting modes list, tap

Night

.

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Food

Take photos of food with more vibrant colours.

On the shooting modes list, tap

1

Tap the screen and drag the circular frame over the area to highlight.

2

The area outside the circular frame will be blurred.

To resize the circular frame, drag a corner of the frame.

Tap and drag the adjustment bar to adjust the colour tone.

3

Food

.

Tap to take a photo.

4

Selfie

Take self-portraits with the front camera. You can preview various beauty effects on the
screen.

On the preview screen, swipe upwards or downwards, or tap to switch to the front

1

camera for self-portraits.

On the shooting modes list, tap

2

Face the front camera lens.

3

Selfie

.

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When the device detects your face, show your palm to the front camera. After

4

recognising your palm, a countdown timer will appear. When the time is up, the device
will take a photo.

To set the camera to take a photo by tapping the screen, tap →

methods

, and then tap the

Tap screen

switch to activate it.

Shooting

Applying beauty effects

You can apply the spotlight effect or modify facial features, such as your skin tone or face
shape, before taking self-portraits.

This feature is only available in some shooting modes.

On the preview screen, tap .

1

Select the options below to apply beauty effects to your face on the preview screen and

2

take a photo of yourself.

•

Skin Tone

•

Slim Face

: Make your skin appear brighter and clearer.

: Adjust the face shape and make your face appear slimmer.

•

Large Eyes

: Make your eyes appear bigger.

Wide selfie

Take a wide self-portrait and include as many people in the photo as possible to avoid leaving
people out.

On the preview screen, swipe upwards or downwards, or tap to switch to the front

1

camera for self-portraits.

On the shooting modes list, tap

2

Face the front camera lens.

3

Wide selfie

.

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When the device detects your face, show your palm to the front camera. After

4

recognising your palm, a countdown timer will appear. When the time is up, the device
will take a photo.

To set the camera to take a photo by tapping the screen, tap →

methods

Slowly swivel the device left and then right or vice versa to take a wide self-portrait.

5

The device will take additional photos when the white frame moves to each end of the
viewfinder window.

, and then tap the

Tap screen

switch to activate it.

Shooting

•

Make sure to keep the white frame inside the viewfinder window.

•

The subjects should remain still while taking wide self-portraits.

•

The top and bottom parts of the image displayed on the preview screen may be
cut out of the photo depending on the shooting conditions.

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Camera settings

Quick settings

On the preview screen, use the following quick settings.

The available options may vary depending on the shooting mode and which camera
is being used.

•

: Activate or deactivate the flash.

•

: Select a metering method. This determines how light values are calculated.

Centre-weighted

exposure of the shot.
calculate the exposure of the shot.

•

: In

Food

mode, focus on a subject inside the circular frame and blur the image outside

the frame.

uses the light in the centre portion of the shot to calculate the

Spot

uses the light in a concentrated centre area of the shot to

Matrix

Camera settings

On the preview screen, tap .

The available options may vary depending on the shooting mode and which camera
is being used.

REAR CAMERA

•

Picture size

quality photos, but they will take up more memory.

•

Video size

: Select a resolution for photos. Using a higher resolution will result in higher

: Select a resolution for videos. Using a higher resolution will result in higher

averages the entire scene.

quality videos, but they will take up more memory.

•

Timer

FRONT CAMERA

•

Picture size

quality photos, but they will take up more memory.

•

Video size

quality videos, but they will take up more memory.

•

Save pictures as previewed

scene, when taking photos with the front camera.

•

Shooting methods

•

Timer

: Select the length of the delay before the camera automatically takes a photo.

: Select a resolution for photos. Using a higher resolution will result in higher

: Select a resolution for videos. Using a higher resolution will result in higher

: Invert the image to create a mirror-image of the original

: Select shooting options to use.

: Select the length of the delay before the camera automatically takes a photo.

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COMMON

•

Grid lines

•

Location tags

•

GPS signal strength may decrease in locations where the signal is obstructed, such
as between buildings or in low-lying areas, or in poor weather conditions.

•

Your location may appear on your photos when you upload them to the Internet.
To avoid this, deactivate the location tag setting.

•

Review pictures

•

Quick launch

quickly.

•

Storage location

: Display viewfinder guides to help composition when selecting subjects.

: Attach a GPS location tag to the photo.

: Set the device to show photos after capturing them.

: Set the device to launch the camera by pressing the Home key twice

: Select the memory location for storage.

•

Floating Camera button

screen. This feature is available only in Auto and Selfie modes.

•

Volume key function

zoom in or out.

•

Reset settings

: Reset the camera settings.

: Add a camera button that you can place anywhere on the

: Set the device to use the Volume key to control the shutter or

Gallery

Introduction

View images and videos stored in your device. You can also manage images and videos by
album or create stories to share with others.

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Viewing images and videos

Viewing images

Launch the

1

Select an image.

2

Gallery

app and tap

PICTURES

.

Access additional options.

View image details.

Add the image to favourites.

Modify the image.

Share the image with others.

To hide or show the menus, tap the screen.

You can create a GIF animation or collage from multiple images. Tap →

Collage

, and then select images. You can select up to six images for your collage.

Searching for images

On the Gallery screen, tap
documents, and more.

To search for images by entering keywords, tap the search field.

to view images sorted by category, such as location, people,

Delete the image.

Animate

or

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Access additional

Viewing videos

Launch the

1

Select a video to play. Video files show the icon on the preview thumbnail.

2

Skip to the previous

video. Tap and hold

fast-forward by

dragging the bar.

Lock the playback

Switch to the

pop-up video player.

Gallery

to rewind.

Rewind or

screen.

app and tap

PICTURES

.

options.

Skip to the next
video. Tap and hold
to fast-forward.

Pause and resume
playback.

Change screen ratio.

Create a GIF
animation.

Drag your finger up or down on the left side of the playback screen to adjust the brightness,
or drag your finger up or down on the right side of the playback screen to adjust the volume.

To rewind or fast-forward, swipe to the left or right on the playback screen.

Viewing albums

You can sort the images and videos saved in your device by folder or album. The animations
or collages you have created will also be sorted in your folders on the albums list.

Launch the

Gallery

app, tap

ALBUMS

and select an album.

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Viewing stories

When you capture or save images and videos, the device will read their date and location
tags, sort the images and videos, and then create stories. To create stories automatically, you
must capture or save multiple images and videos.

Creating stories

Create stories with various themes.

Launch the

1

Tap →

2

Tick images or videos to include in the story and tap

3

Enter a title for the story and tap

4

To add images or videos to a story, select a story and tap

To remove images or videos from a story, select a story, tap
remove, and then tap

Gallery

Create story

app and tap

→

STORIES

.

CREATE

Remove from story

.

DONE

.

ADD

.

Sharing stories

You can share stories with your contacts.

Launch the

1

Gallery

app and tap

STORIES

.

.

→

.

Edit

, tick images or videos to

Select a story to share.

2

Tap

3

INVITE

When your contacts accept the share request, the story will be shared and more images
and videos can be added to the story by your contacts.

•

•

•

, tick contacts, and then tap

To use this feature, your phone number must be verified.

You may incur additional charges when sharing files via the mobile network.

If the recipients have not verified their phone numbers or if their devices do not
support the feature, a link to the files will be sent to them via text message. Link
recipients may not be able to use some features. The link will expire after a certain
period.

DONE

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Applications

Deleting stories

Launch the

1

Tap and hold a story to delete, and tap

2

Gallery

app and tap

STORIES

DELETE

.

.

Syncing images and videos with Samsung Cloud

You can sync images and videos saved in
other devices. You must register and sign in to your Samsung account to use Samsung Cloud.
Refer to Samsung account for more information.

Launch the
it. Images and videos captured on the device will be automatically saved to Samsung Cloud.

Gallery

app and tap →

Gallery

Settings

with Samsung Cloud and access them from

and tap the

Samsung Cloud

switch to activate

Deleting images or videos

Deleting an image or a video

Select an image or a video and tap

Delete

at the bottom of the screen.

Deleting multiple images and videos

On the Gallery screen, tap and hold an image or a video to delete.

1

Tick the images or videos to delete.

2

Tap

3

DELETE

.

Sharing images or videos

Select an image or a video, tap
method.

Share

at the bottom of the screen, and then select a sharing

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Multi window

Introduction

Multi window lets you run two apps at the same time in the split screen view.

Some apps may not support this feature.

Split screen view

Tap the Recents key to open the list of recently used apps.

1

Swipe upwards or downwards and tap on a recent app window.

2

The selected app will launch in the upper window.

In the lower window, swipe upwards or downwards to select another app to launch.

3

To launch apps not in the list of recently used apps, tap

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MORE APPS

and select an app.

Applications

Using additional options

Tap the bar between the app windows to access additional options.

Close the app.

Switch locations
between app windows.

Adjusting the window size

Drag the bar between the app windows up or down to adjust the size of the windows.

When you drag the bar between the app windows to the top or bottom edge of the screen,
the window will be maximised.

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Minimising the split screen view

Press the Home key to minimise the split screen view. The icon will appear on the status
bar. The app in the lower window will close and the app in the upper window will remain
active in the minimised split screen view.

To close the minimised split screen view, open the notification panel and tap the
the Multi window notification.

icon on

Sharing text or images between windows

Drag and drop text or copied images from one window to another. Tap and hold an item in
the selected window and drag it to a location in another window.

Some apps may not support this feature.

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Applications

Enter text using the keyboard.

Samsung Notes

Introduction

Create notes by entering text from the keyboard or by writing or drawing on the screen. You
can also insert images or voice recordings into your notes.

Creating notes

Launch the

1

Select an input method from the toolbar at the top of the screen and compose a note.

2

Image

Tap

Voice

Tap
immediately.

Write or draw with pens.

When you are finished composing the note, tap

3

Samsung Notes

to insert an image by selecting from

to record a voice recording and insert it into the note. Voice recording will start

Paint with brushes.

app and tap

ALL

→ .

Gallery

SAVE

or by taking a photo.

Insert a voice recording.

Insert an image.

.

Deleting notes

Launch the

1

category.

Tap and hold a note to delete.

2

To delete multiple notes, tick more notes to delete.

Tap →

3

Samsung Notes

DELETE

app, tap

.

ALL

, or tap

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COLLECTIONS

, and then select a

Applications

Calendar

Introduction

Manage your schedule by entering upcoming events or tasks in your planner.

Creating events

Launch the

1

Tap or double-tap a date.

2

If the date already has saved events in it, tap the date and tap

Enter event details.

3

Enter the location of the event.

Calendar

Enter a title.

Set an alarm.

Add a note.

app.

.

Set a start and end date for the
event.

Select a calendar to use or sync
with.

Attach a map showing the
location of the event.

4

Tap

Add more details.

SAVE

to save the event.

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Creating tasks

Launch the

1

Tap and enter task details.

2

Tap

3

SAVE

Calendar

to save the task.

app and tap

VIEW

→

Tasks

Syncing events with your accounts

Launch the
and then tap the
events with the account.

To add accounts to sync with, launch the

Add account

will appear on the list.

Settings

. Then, select an account to sync with and sign in. When an account is added, it

app, tap

Calendar (Samsung account)

Cloud and accounts

Calendar

switch or the

.

→

Accounts

app and tap →

, select an account service,

Sync Calendar

switch to sync

Manage calendars

→

S Health

Introduction

S Health helps you manage your wellness and fitness. Set fitness goals, check your progress,
and keep track of your overall wellness and fitness.

Starting S Health

When running this app for the first time or restart it after performing a data reset, follow the
on-screen instructions to complete the setup.

Open the

1

Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the setup.

2

Samsung

folder and launch the

S Health

app.

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Compare your step count
records with other S Health users

notifications from S Health.

Using S Health

You can view the key information from S Health menus and trackers to monitor your wellness
and fitness. You can also compare your step count records with other S Health users, compete
with your friends, and view health tips.

Open the

Samsung

folder and launch the

Some features may not be available depending on the region.

Monitor your health and fitness.

Set your daily goals and track

your progress.

S Health

app.

or compete with your friends.

View health tips.

View and manage trackers.

View guide messages or

To add items to the S Health screen, tap →
tab.

•

TRACKERS

•

GOALS

•

PROGRAMS

: Monitor your activities, food intake, and body measurements.

: Set your daily fitness goals and view your progress.

: Use customisable exercise programmes.

Manage items

, and then select items under each

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Additional information

•

S Health is intended for fitness and wellness purposes only and is not intended for use
in the diagnosis of disease or other conditions, or in the cure, mitigation, treatment, or
prevention of disease.

•

The available functions, features and addable applications for S Health may vary from
country to country due to different local laws and regulations. You should check the
features and applications available in your specific region before use.

•

The purpose for data collection is limited to providing the service that you have
requested, including providing additional information to enhance your wellness, sync
data, data analysis and statistics or to develop and provide better services. (But if you
sign in to your Samsung account from S Health, your data may be saved on the server
for data backup purposes.) Personal information may be stored until the completion of
such purposes. You can delete personal data stored by S Health by using the Reset data
option in the Settings menu. To delete any data you have shared with social networks or
transferred to storage devices, you must delete them separately.

•

You may share and/or sync your data with additional Samsung services or compatible
third party services that you select, as well as with any of your other connected devices.
Access to S Health information by such additional services or third party devices will only
be permitted with your express approval.

•

You assume full responsibility for the inappropriate use of data shared on social networks
or transmitted to others. Use caution when sharing your personal data with others.

•

If the device is connected to measuring devices, verify the communication protocol to
confirm proper operation. If you use a wireless connection, such as Bluetooth, the device
may be affected by electronic interference from other devices. Avoid using the device
near other devices that transmit radio waves.

•

Please read Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy of S Health carefully before using it.

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Applications

Voice Recorder

Use this app to record or play voice memos.

Open the

1

Tap to start recording. Speak into the microphone.

2

Tap

While making a voice recording, tap

Samsung

to pause recording.

folder and launch the

Voice Recorder

BOOKMARK

app.

to insert a bookmark.

Tap to finish recording.

3

Enter a file name and tap

4

SAVE

Start recording.

.

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Applications

My Files

Access and manage various files stored in the device or in other locations, such as cloud
storage services.

Open the

View files that are stored in each storage. You can also view files in your device or a memory
card by category.

To free up the device’s storage, tap

To search for files or folders, tap

Samsung

folder and launch the

→

Get more space

.

My Files

app.

.

Clock

Introduction

Set alarms, check the current time in many cities around the world, time an event, or set a
specific duration.

ALARM

Launch the

Clock

app and tap

ALARM

.

Setting alarms

Tap in the alarms list, set an alarm time, select the days on which the alarm will repeat, set

SAVE

other various alarm options, and then tap

To open the keypad to enter an alarm time, tap the time input field.

To activate or deactivate alarms, tap the switch next to the alarm in the alarms list.

.

Stopping alarms

Tap

DISMISS

SNOOZE

to stop an alarm. If you have previously enabled the snooze option, tap

to repeat the alarm after a specified length of time.

Deleting alarms

Tap and hold an alarm, tick alarms to delete, and then tap

DELETE

.

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WORLD CLOCK

Launch the

Clock

app and tap

WORLD CLOCK

.

Creating clocks

Tap , enter a city name or select a city from the globe, and then tap

Deleting clocks

Tap and hold a clock, tick clocks to delete, and then tap

DELETE

.

STOPWATCH

Launch the

1

Tap

2

START

To record lap times while timing an event, tap

Clock

to time an event.

app and tap

STOPWATCH

.

LAP

.

ADD

.

Tap

3

STOP

To restart the timing, tap

To clear lap times, tap

to stop timing.

RESET

RESUME

.

.

TIMER

Launch the

1

Set the duration, and then tap

2

To open the keypad to enter the duration, tap the duration input field.

Tap

3

DISMISS

Clock

app and tap

when the timer goes off.

TIMER

START

.

.

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Applications

Calculator

Perform simple or complex calculations.

Launch the

Rotate the device to landscape orientation to display the scientific calculator. If
disabled, tap

To see the calculation history, tap

KEYPAD

To clear the history, tap

Calculator

.

app.

to display the scientific calculator.

HISTORY

HISTORY

→

CLEAR HISTORY

. To close the calculation history panel, tap

Auto rotate

.

Radio

Listening to the FM radio

Open the

Before you use this app, you must connect an earphone, which serves as the radio antenna.

Samsung

The FM radio scans and saves available stations automatically when running for the

folder and launch the

Radio

app.

is

first time.

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Applications

Search for an available radio

Tap to turn on the FM radio. Select the radio station you want from the stations list.

Record a song from the FM radio.

station.

Turn the FM radio on or off.

Enter radio station frequency

manually.

Fine-tune the frequency.

View the list of favourites

stations.

Scan and save available stations

automatically.

Access additional options.

Add the current radio station to
the favourites list.

View the list of available stations.

Scanning radio stations

Open the

Tap

SCAN

automatically.

Select the radio station you want from the stations list.

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folder and launch the

Radio

app.

, and then select a scan option. The FM radio scans and saves available stations

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Applications

Google apps

Google provides entertainment, social network, and business apps. You may require a Google
account to access some apps. Refer to Accounts for more information.

To view more app information, access each app’s help menu.

Some apps may not be available or may be labelled differently depending on the
region or service provider.

Google

Search quickly for items on the Internet or your device.

Chrome

Search for information and browse webpages.

Gmail

Send or receive emails via the Google Mail service.

Maps

Find your location on the map, search the world map, and view location information for
various places around you.

YouTube

Watch or create videos and share them with others.

Drive

Store your content on the cloud, access it from anywhere, and share it with others.

Play Music

Discover, listen to, and share music on your device. You can upload music collections stored
on your device to the cloud and access them later.

Play Movies & TV

Purchase or rent videos, such as movies and TV programmes, from

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Play Store

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Applications

Hangouts

Send messages, images, and emoticons to your friends and have video calls with them.

Photos

Search for, manage, and edit all your photos and videos from various sources in one place.

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Settings

Introduction

Customise settings for functions and apps. You can make your device more personalised by
configuring various setting options.

Launch the

To search for settings by entering keywords, tap

Settings

app.

.

Connections

Wi-Fi

Activate the Wi-Fi feature to connect to a Wi-Fi network and access the Internet or other
network devices.

Turn off Wi-Fi to save the battery when not in use.

Connecting to a Wi-Fi network

On the Settings screen, tap

1

Select a network from the Wi-Fi networks list.

2

Networks that require a password appear with a lock icon.

Tap

3

CONNECT

•

Once the device connects to a Wi-Fi network, the device will reconnect to that
network each time it is available without requiring a password. To prevent the
device connecting to the network automatically, select it from the list of networks
and tap

•

If you cannot connect to a Wi-Fi network properly, restart your device’s Wi-Fi feature
or the wireless router.

.

FORGET

Connections

.

→

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Wi-Fi

, and then tap the switch to activate it.

Settings

Wi-Fi Direct

Wi-Fi Direct connects devices directly via a Wi-Fi network without requiring an access point.

On the Settings screen, tap

1

Tap

2

3

Sending and receiving data

You can share data, such as contacts or media files, with other devices. The following actions
are an example of sending an image to another device.

1

Wi-Fi Direct

The detected devices are listed.

If the device you want to connect to is not in the list, request that the device turns on its
Wi-Fi Direct feature.

Select a device to connect to.

The devices will be connected when the other device accepts the Wi-Fi Direct connection
request.

Launch the

.

Gallery

app.

Connections

→

Wi-Fi

, and then tap the switch to activate it.

Select an image.

2

Tap

3

4

Ending the device connection

1

2

3

Share

Accept the Wi-Fi Direct connection request on the other device.

If the devices are already connected, the image will be sent to the other device without
the connection request procedure.

On the Settings screen, tap

Tap

Wi-Fi Direct

The device displays the connected devices in the list.

Tap the device name to disconnect the devices.

→

Wi-Fi Direct

.

and select a device to transfer the image to.

Connections

→

Wi-Fi

.

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Settings

Bluetooth

Use Bluetooth to exchange data or media files with other Bluetooth-enabled devices.

•

Samsung is not responsible for the loss, interception, or misuse of data sent or
received via Bluetooth.

•

Always ensure that you share and receive data with devices that are trusted
and properly secured. If there are obstacles between the devices, the operating
distance may be reduced.

•

Some devices, especially those that are not tested or approved by the Bluetooth
SIG, may be incompatible with your device.

•

Do not use the Bluetooth feature for illegal purposes (for example, pirating copies
of files or illegally tapping communications for commercial purposes).

Samsung is not responsible for the repercussion of illegal use of the Bluetooth
feature.

Pairing with other Bluetooth devices

On the Settings screen, tap

1

activate it.

The detected devices are listed.

Select a device to pair with.

2

If the device you want to pair with is not in the list, request that the device turns on its
visibility option. Refer to the other device’s user manuals.

Your device is visible to other devices while the Bluetooth settings screen is open.

Accept the Bluetooth connection request on your device to confirm.

3

Connections

→

Bluetooth

, and then tap the switch to

The devices will be connected when the other device accepts the Bluetooth connection
request.

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Settings

Sending and receiving data

Many apps support data transfer via Bluetooth. You can share data, such as contacts or media
files, with other Bluetooth devices. The following actions are an example of sending an image
to another device.

Launch the

1

Select an image.

2

Tap

3

4

Share

If your device has paired with the device before, tap the device name without confirming
the auto-generated passkey.

If the device you want to pair with is not in the list, request that the device turns on its
visibility option.

Accept the Bluetooth connection request on the other device.

Gallery

→

Bluetooth

app.

, and then select a device to transfer the image to.

Unpairing Bluetooth devices

On the Settings screen, tap

1

The device displays the paired devices in the list.

Connections

→

Bluetooth

.

Tap next to the device name to unpair.

2

Tap

3

Unpair

.

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Settings

Data usage

Keep track of your data usage amount and customise the settings for the limitation.

On the Settings screen, tap

•

Data saver

connection.

•

Mobile data

•

Mobile data usage

•

Billing cycle and data warning

•

Wi-Fi data usage

•

Restrict networks

from using them.

To change the monthly reset date for the monitoring period, tap

warning

→

: Prevent apps that are running in the background from using a mobile data

: Set the device to use data connections on any mobile network.

: Monitor your Wi-Fi data usage.

Start billing cycle on

Connections

: Monitor your mobile data usage.

: Select Wi-Fi networks to prevent apps running in the background

.

→

Data usage

: Set a limit for mobile data usage.

.

Billing cycle and data

Limiting data usage

Set the device to automatically disable the mobile data connection when the amount of
mobile data you have used reaches your specified limit.

On the Settings screen, tap

1

warning

Tap

2

Tap

3

The device will alert you when the warning level is reached.

, and then tap the

Data limit

Data warning

, enter the limit, and then tap

, enter a data usage alert level, and then tap

Connections

Set data limit

→

Data usage

switch to activate it.

SET

.

→

Billing cycle and data

SET

.

Flight mode

This disables all wireless functions on your device. You can use only non-network services.

On the Settings screen, tap

Make sure the device is turned off during takeoff and landing. After takeoff, you can
use the device in flight mode if allowed by aircraft personnel.

Connections

and tap the

Flight mode

switch to activate it.

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Settings

Mobile hotspot and tethering

Use the device as a mobile hotspot to share the device’s mobile data connection with other
devices when the network connection is not available. Connections can be made via Wi-Fi,
USB, or Bluetooth.

On the Settings screen, tap

You may incur additional charges when using this feature.

•

Mobile hotspot

with computers or other devices.

•

Bluetooth tethering

connection with computers or other devices via Bluetooth.

•

USB tethering

a computer via USB. When connected to a computer, the device is used as a wireless
modem for the computer.

: Use the mobile hotspot to share the device’s mobile data connection

: Use USB tethering to share the device’s mobile data connection with

Connections

: Use Bluetooth tethering to share the device’s mobile data

→

Mobile hotspot and tethering

.

Using the mobile hotspot

Use your device as a mobile hotspot to share your device’s mobile data connection with other
devices.

On the Settings screen, tap

1

hotspot

Tap the switch to activate it.

2

The
networks list.

To set a password for the mobile hotspot, tap
the level of security. Then, enter a password and tap

On the other device’s screen, search for and select your device from the Wi-Fi networks

3

list.

On the connected device, use the device’s mobile data connection to access the Internet.

4

.

icon appears on the status bar. Other devices can find your device in the Wi-Fi

Connections

→

Mobile hotspot and tethering

→

Configure Mobile hotspot

SAVE

.

→

and select

Mobile

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Settings

Mobile networks

Configure your mobile network settings.

On the Settings screen, tap

•

Data roaming

•

Network mode SIM

•

Access Point Names

•

Network operators

can also set the device to automatically select the preferred network.

: Set the device to use data connections when you are roaming.

Connections

卡 1 /

: Set up access point names (APNs).

: Search for available networks and manually register a network. You

Network mode SIM

→

Mobile networks

卡 2: Select a network type.

.

SIM card manager

Activate your SIM or USIM cards and customise the SIM card settings. Refer to Using dual SIM

or USIM cards for more information.

On the Settings screen, tap

•

Calls

: Select a SIM or USIM card for voice calls.

•

Text messages

•

Mobile data

: Select a SIM or USIM card for messaging.

: Select a SIM or USIM card for data services.

Connections

→

SIM card manager

.

•

Confirm SIM card for calls

up window when returning a call or calling from a message. The pop-up window will
appear only if the SIM or USIM card used for the previous call or message is different from
your preferred SIM or USIM card.

•

Dual SIM always on

card during a call.

When this feature is enabled, you may incur additional charges for call forwarding
depending on the region or service provider.

: Set the device to allow incoming calls from the other SIM or USIM

: Set the device to display the SIM or USIM card selection pop-

Location

Change settings for location information permissions.

On the Settings screen, tap

•

Locating method

•

Improve accuracy

Connections

: Select a method to use for locating your device.

: Set the device to use the Wi-Fi or Bluetooth feature to increase the

→

Location

.

accuracy of your location information, even when the features are deactivated.

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Settings

•

RECENT LOCATION REQUESTS

information.

•

LOCATION SERVICES

: View the location services your device is using.

: View which apps request your current location

More connection settings

Customise settings to control other features.

On the Settings screen, tap

•

Nearby device scanning

•

Printing

for available printers or add one manually to print files. Refer to Printing for more
information.

•

VPN

: Configure settings for printer plug-ins installed on the device. You can search

: Set up and connect to virtual private networks (VPNs).

Connections

: Set the device to scan for nearby devices to connect to.

→

More connection settings

.

Printing

Configure settings for printer plug-ins installed on the device. You can connect the device to a
printer via Wi-Fi or Wi-Fi Direct, and print images or documents.

Some printers may not be compatible with the device.

Adding printer plug-ins

Add printer plug-ins for printers you want to connect the device to.

On the Settings screen, tap

1

Download plug-in

Search for a printer plug-in in

2

Select a printer plug-in and install it.

3

Select the printer plug-in and tap the switch to activate it.

4

The device searches for printers that are connected to the same Wi-Fi network as your
device.

Select a printer to add.

5

To add printers manually, tap →

.

Connections

Play Store

Add printer

→

More connection settings

.

.

→

Printing

→

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Settings

Printing content

While viewing content, such as images or documents, access the options list, tap

→

All printers...

Printing methods may vary depending on the content type.

, and then select a printer.

Sounds and vibration

Change settings for various sounds on the device.

On the Settings screen, tap

•

Sound mode

•

Vibrate while ringing

•

Use Volume keys for media

press the Volume key.

•

Volume

: Set the device to use sound mode or silent mode.

: Adjust the volume level for call ringtones, music and videos, system sounds, and

Sounds and vibration

: Set the device to vibrate and play a ringtone for incoming calls.

: Set the device to adjust the media volume level when you

.

Print

→

notifications.

•

Ringtone

•

Vibration pattern

•

Notification sounds

•

Do not disturb

except for allowed exceptions.

•

Touch sounds

touchscreen.

•

Screen lock sounds

•

Emergency tone

number.

This feature may not be available depending on the service provider.

•

Charging sound

: Change the ringtones for calls or notifications.

: Select a vibration pattern.

: Change the notification sound settings for each app.

: Set the device to mute incoming calls, notification sounds, and media,

: Set the device to sound when you select an app or option on the

: Set the device to sound when you lock or unlock the touchscreen.

: Set the device to sound, vibrate, or mute when you call an emergency

: Set the device to sound when it is connected to a charger.

•

Dialling keypad tones

•

Keyboard sound

•

Sound quality and effects

: Set the device to sound when a key is touched.

: Set the device to sound when you tap the buttons on the keypad.

: Configure additional sound settings.

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Settings

Notifications

Change the notification settings for each app.

On the Settings screen, tap

To customise notification settings, tap

•

Allow notifications

•

Show silently

•

On lock screen

locked.

•

Set as priority

in the allowed list when

: Set the device to mute notification sounds and hide notification previews.

: Show or hide notifications from the selected app when the device is

: Display notifications at the top of the notification panel and include them

Notifications

: Allow notifications from the selected app.

Do not disturb

.

ADVANCED

is activated.

Display

Options

Change the display and the Home screen settings.

and select an app.

On the Settings screen, tap

•

Brightness

•

Outdoor mode

conditions.

•

Screen zoom and font

•

Home screen

screen and more.

•

Easy mode

Home screen. Refer to Easy mode for more information.

•

Icon frames

•

LED indicator

when you have notifications, or when you make voice recordings.

•

Status bar

bar.

: Adjust the brightness of the display.

: Activate outdoor mode to make the display easier to see in bright

: Change the size of the grid to display more or fewer items on the Home

: Switch to easy mode to display larger icons and apply a simpler layout to the

: Set whether to display shaded backgrounds to make icons stand out.

: Set the device to turn on the LED indicator while the battery is charging,

: Customise the settings for displaying notifications or indicators on the status

Display

: Change the screen zoom setting or font size and style.

.

•

Screen timeout

backlight.

•

Screensaver

: Set the length of time the device waits before turning off the display’s

: Set the device to launch a screensaver when the device is charging.

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Settings

Easy mode

Easy mode provides an easier user experience by using a simpler layout and bigger icons on
the Home screen.

Some app features may not be available in easy mode.

Switching to easy mode

On the Settings screen, tap

1

Tap

2

APPLY

.

Display

→

Easy mode

→

Easy mode

.

Returning to standard mode

Swipe to the left on the Home screen and tap

Standard mode

→

APPLY

.

Settings

→

Display

→

Easy mode

→

Managing shortcuts

To add an app shortcut to the Home screen, tap and hold an item on the Apps screen, then
drag it to the top or bottom of the screen. A shortcut to the app will be added on the Home
screen.

To add a shortcut to a contact on the Home screen, swipe to the right and tap

To delete a shortcut from the Home screen, tap
hold an app to delete from the Home screen and tap

EDIT

and select a contact with , or tap and

Remove

.

.

Wallpapers and themes

Change the wallpaper settings for the Home screen and the locked screen or apply various
themes to the device.

On the Settings screen, tap

Wallpapers and themes

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